Wooden sash and case windows suit every household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Over a period of time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails start to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then rattles, sticks, and ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has been delivering professional timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Stonehouse for well over two decades, all from our specialist workshop.
When a window is beyond repair, we repair, and also make bespoke replacement units to order.
Contact us on 07920 057592 or get in touch through our contact page to schedule your complimentary visit and quotation in writing.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows you exactly how it works.
The sash is the sliding glass panel. The case is the empty box frame built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Nestled within each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower, suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall down on the opposite side. Release it and they keep the sash perfectly in place!
Sash and case windows move vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes operate independently, allowing you to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You have precise ventilation control with no panel swinging inward or outward.
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you scarcely notice it is present.
When the cords break, as they invariably do after years of everyday use, the sash drops and remains in that lowered position or becomes increasingly difficult to use.
That is exactly where Woodfellas is invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Stonehouse takes the time to truly understand the specific needs of your windows, so that they can confidently recommend whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the best suited course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works best when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our skilled craftsmen employ traditional joinery techniques to enhance your glazing and add draught-proofing throughout.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Stonehouse home should feel as though it could never have been anything other than exactly as it is.
Easy to operate, quiet within the frame, and inviting in the space. That is the level we strive towards on every instance.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most common repair in our services.
When the cords fail, the weights remain idle inside the case with nothing connecting them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and align the pulleys with accuracy.
Whilst carrying out the work, our team will consistently take the time to thoroughly inspect the full condition of the window, ensuring that absolutely nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills withstand the toughest of Stonehouse’s weather conditiones.
Where the rot is localised to a particular section of the rail, we carefully remove the affected timber and splice in new sections using closely matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding timber, while the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that a window which stays fundamentally intact should never be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every new window is precision crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We closely match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As wooden window manufacturers located in Stonehouse, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, utilising premium materials and time-honoured craftsmanship techniques.
Our collection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete suite of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Stonehouse
Improve your home and boost your everyday comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slimline sealed units that sit within the original glazing rebate without changing the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the explanation why homeowners throughout Stonehouse are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service offers your energy efficiency a major boost!
This means reduced energy bills as your heating system operates less to maintain a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is another advantage that homeowners tend to notice nearly immediately.
Double glazed sash windows substantially minimise noise transmission for households along busy roads or near main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture holds an remarkable depth of historical heritage within it.
Conservation areas protect local character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through specialist timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these zones, or happens to be a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and well worth understanding before you organise any work!
We have been working on properties situated within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We understand council expectations, can navigate the consent process, and replace windows to satisfy requirements without avoidable delays.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, contact us today to arrange a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Stonehouse
The sash failing to remain in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is absolutely the most frequent sash and case repair our skilled team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good working condition it is a very simple task for our experienced crew!
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window with draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to the same gap!
Draught proofing as part of a service package resolves all issues in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are inserted using exactly matched material.
The remainder of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly stuck to the frame.
We free the sash from its binding, carefully clean every surface, refine the fit required, and return the mechanism to smooth and proper working order once more.
The cables and pulleys are checked during the process, saving you from many repair jobs later on!
Single glazing
Original single glazed panes lose heat quickly and allow street noise to filter straight through. We fit double glazing without changing the visible profile of your window at all!
Sash and case windows Stonehouse FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
If refurbishment or replacement is the right path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. If the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a very sensible choice, delivering a window that performs beautifully whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, when the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the much more sensible and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slender profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks precisely as the original always did.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Stonehouse
Should you need a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Stonehouse, Woodfellas has the expertise to manage every aspect with care.
Reach out to our friendly team today and we will help you navigate the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is completely free, set out in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely for you.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Call us now on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours!